Tuff Shift!

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty-Seven: Sean Patrick welcomes his first international guest, my friend to the north, Brady Cudmore.    A singer, songwriter, actor, musician, and so much more, Brady come to unpack everything from managers skimming tips to understaffed pre-show lunch rushes to working at NYC landmarks, and customers leaving spicy tips. Follow Brady @bradycudmore and check out his music wh...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty-Six: Sean Patrick and Josh Bardier continue unpacking all that goes in to surviving the job and living the dream.  Part Two- we focus in on Josh the actor, the coach, the community maker.  From incredible accomplishments to incredible growth and shifts along the way, this episode captures what it is to be an artist in NYC paving their path. Josh Bardier, part two: The Pe...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty-Five: Sean Patrick welcomes Josh Bardier for a TUFF SHIFT! first... a two-parter episode...and no surprise because not only is Josh an amazing talent, but an amazing story-teller.   Starting in restaurants at age 14 and making quite the mark for himself in NYC you'll ask yourself how this episode went by so quickly. Josh Bardier, part one: The Survival Job Follow Jo...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirsty-Four: Sean Patrick welcomes the hilarious and heart-warming singer-actor-comedian-musician, Jen Liv!   The two talk all about their favorite NYC haunts that are no longer there...RIP Blockheads, extreme health code violations, and... wait for it... liking where you work!  From NYC to LA all the pros and cons and differences in food, comedy, performance scenes are unpack...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty-Three: Sean Patrick welcomes the witty and versatile, stage and screen triple-threat, comedian et al. Jamie Pierce.  From rowdy family restaurants, working with legends, and never learning table numbers, the two unpack it all…along with some diva worship for good measure. Follow Jamie @ajamiepierce  And for fun, why not check out his IMDB to see him in action: https://ww...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty-Two: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes award-winning film maker, actor, director extraordinaire, Nate Raven.  From Georgia Peach to the Big Apple to Lala Land, the two unpack booking work and balancing trays.  Hear about Nate's current project, THE BEARD, as well as his recent win for "Best Comedy," at the Oregon Short-Film Festival. Follow Nate @nate.raven or...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirsty-One: Sean Patrick welcomes the multi-hyphenate of multi-hyphenates, Nattalyee Randall!   From Bar Mitzvahs to Broadway to Marathons- they unpack "fake it 'til you make it," wins and loses, as well as using your voice to impact social change. Follow Nattalyee @Nattalyee or visit her website: www.nattalyee.com Check out Nattalyee's vocal studio: @natta...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirty:  Sean Patrick welcomes one of the most magical and joyful New Yorkers there is, Nathan Nolen Edwards.   From waiting tables in the dark during a hurricane to serving celebrities to sharing the stage an iconic Broadway diva, the two unpack balancing dreams and the reality checks along the way to make them come true. Follow NNE @NathanNolenEdwards or visit: www.nathannole...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Nine: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes one of his favorite voices in New York City, Noland King.  From Times Square to Chelsea, Uptown to Downtown, waiting tables to headlining venues; the two unpack the challenges of dealing with the general public and the unexpected rewards and memorable experiences. Follow Noland at @TheKingNicely Check out Noland and the rest of the New...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Eight: Sean Patrick welcomes award-winning filmmaker, AJ Mattioli, to discuss the highs and lows of working in night-life and being a fierce advocate as a producer.   From Fire Island to Hell's Kitchen to being one of the most sought after talents in our community, we unpack it all. You can follow AJ and Mattioli Productions @mattiolipro Support AJ's upcoming f...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Seven: Sean Patrick welcomes the multi-talented and  extremely charming actor-writer-producer (and A-List butt double), Nathan Reid.  From goofy thirst traps to building a remarkable career, the two unpack doing what it takes to make the dream a reality without losing the spark that fuels your passion.    We cannot wait to have Nathan back to unpack more.  Until then...f...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Five: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes back, SHAKEN & STIRRED: The Story of Flair Bartending Documentary.  4x Emmy Award-Winner, Deborah Richards and flair bartender Robyn Closson, share their histories behind bars and how these experiences have shaped their current realities. From 'TUFF SHIFTS' to new journeys...dropped bottles and everything in between. Foll...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Five: Sean Patrick welcomes the award-winning singer and international Hollywood correspondent, Nelson Aspen.   From podcasts to best-selling books and working in one of the most infamous restaurants in court room TV history, Mezzluna in Beverly Hills, Nelson has a lifetime of stories to share.- and even stories from other lifetimes.    His newest novel, KINDRED SPIRITS:...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Four:  Sean Patrick welcomes to the show one of his favorite human beings of all time, the award-winning actress turned “Nuero-Playformance Coach,” Jessica Raaum Foster.   The two discuss the journeys they’ve survived together: from singing waiters to waiting in line to sing and all the other joys of living the dream in NYC. Follow Jessica @jessicaraaumfoster and visit h...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Three: Sean Patrick welcomes a true hospitality legend and a beacon of light. With over 43 years in the industry, John Vincent Mahady is a masterful storyteller, with quick wit and a life time of experiences to share, this cabaret veteran shares how he’s nurtured a community and following on stage as well as table side. Follow John @johnvincentmahady And visit his websit...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty-Two: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes the award-winning singer, songwriter, and vocal coach, Patrick DeGennaro to discuss his time served in restaurants and bars as well as taking his vocal studio online.   From lunch shifts to late nights, the two unpack the highs and lows of it all. Follow Patrick @patrickdegennaro or visit his website www.patrickdegennaro.com Follow Voca...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Twenty One:  Sean Patrick welcomes two of Las Vegas' hottest flair bartenders, Lindsay Palumbo and Colby Ashton!  Featured in the upcoming documentary SHAKEN & STIRRED, Lindsay and Colby unpack all that is flair bartending and demonstrate the community they build in finding collaboration in competition. LINDSAY PALUMBO: @Lindsayp440 ASHTON COLBY: @thecolbyashton SHAKEN...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode 20: Meet Matthew English!  Sean Patrick welcomes the hilarious Matthew English to unpack all things comedy and coffee related.   From dry cappuccinos to salacious DM’s, Matthew shares his observations and adventures both on stage and behind the counter. Follow Matthew at @MatthewEnglishComedy Support the show Follow TUFF SHIFT! everywhere @TuffShiftPodcast  Follow host, Sean Pa...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Nineteen: Sean Patrick takes yet another stroll down memory lane, this time with his dear friend, singer-songwriter Sam Brown.   The two have survived a lifetime of TUFF SHIFTS together and unpack all the humor and hijinx that got them through brunches, pre-shifts, and that one coworker that always wanted to talk about their improv class. Follow Sam at @freesambrown and check o...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Eighteen: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes actor-singer-writer-GINGER, Bryan Mittelstadt to discuss the art of spinning multiple plates to make the dream a reality.   From creating a home with your coworkers to operatic dinner rushes, the two unpack doing what it takes to stay on track and stay hopeful. Follow Bryan at @BryanPatrickM and check out his website: www.bryanmittelstadt...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Seventeen: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes Broadway Super Fan and all around lovely human being, JM Schott to talk shop about everything from foaming milk to dream roles and this season's hottest tickets on Broadway.   Tune in to hear how JM simultaneously got screwed over, dodged a bullet, and had a full career's experience with only a ONE WEEK stint in catering. Follo...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Sixteen: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes Lauren Gerber-Fluery to share her tips on creating financial freedom while working in the ever changing landscape of hospitality.  The two unpack working through natural disasters, family meals, and of course surviving Tuff Shifts.    Follow Lauren @savoryourmoney or visit her website: www.savoryourmoney.com Here's a few ways you can...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Fifteen: Sean Patrick Murtagh welcomes a man of many talents and even more accomplishments and accolades, award-winning crooner, Tim Connell.   Surviving not just TUFF SHIFTS, but also auditions, tours, and other twists and turns along the way, the two unpack how to roll with the punches and finish on a high note. Follow Tim on Instagram & Threads: @connelltimothy, YouTube:...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Fourteen: Sean Patrick welcomes singer-songwriter Preston Scott Straus to discuss making music and difficult choices all in the name of art.    From the first moment to the last, Preston opens up, filter free, and shares what lead him to work in restaurants and how it has allowed him the freedom to live out his artistic journey.   A great reminder for the New Year: it may not b...

TUFF SHIFT! Episode Thirteen:  Sean Patrick welcomes his long-time friend, collaborator, and one-time boss, Sam Belanger.   From the world of opera to national tours to 40 years in the hospitality industry,  Sam shares some "Tuff Shifts," as well as how he transitioned from survival job to a career in hospitality. Follow Sam Belanger @sambnyc to catch a glimpse into his world. Follow Fre...